APFM Section 3 Module 2: Formulary Communication and Education

Module Description

Communication and education are essential for operating a successful formulary to ensure patients are getting access to the right medication at the right time. Formulary changes can be disruptive to patients, so it is essential to recognize the importance of timely and effective communication to both patients and providers. This module will help learners identify different approaches to engage and educate patients and providers about changes to the formulary. In addition, this module will review the regulatory and compliance considerations for formulary changes.

 

Target Audience

Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Managed Care Professionals

Learning Objectives

At the completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

  • Recognize the importance of timely and effective communication regarding changes to a formulary.
  • Identify different approaches for engaging and educating patients and providers about changes to the formulary.
  • Describe the regulatory requirements for formulary notifications.

 

Course summary
Course opens: 
10/01/2024
Course expires: 
12/31/2027
Cost:
$0.00
Part of: 
Advanced Principles of Formulary Management

Faculty:

Nicole Woods, PharmD
Clinical Program Senior Advisor, IFP Formulary Strategy
Cigna Healthcare

Financial Relationship Disclosures:

Faculty/Reviewer/PlannerReported Relevant Financial Relationships
Nicole Woods, PharmD
Faculty		Cigna Healthcare, Employer
  • AMCP Staff have disclosed no relevant financial relationships.
  • If applicable, relevant financial relationships have been mitigated and documented.
  • Content has undergone a peer review to ensure content validity.

Accreditation:

ACPE UAN:0233-0000-23-026-H04-P • Activity Type: Knowledge-Based
Contact Hours: 0.75
Release Date: August 04, 2023 •  Expiration Date: July 31, 2026

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Price

Cost:
$0.00
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